Build a Home Gym With all the Essentials In theory, running is as simple as putting on your shoes, going outside and putting one foot in front of the other.  All you need is a good pair of shoes, right? In reality, being a serious runner takes a lot more equipment and attention to detail. […]

What Types of Machines are Available at Sears? NordicTrack treadmills are known for having some of the best value in the industry.  That is because their machines often have very high specs and advanced features without an outrageous price tag.  The parent company, Icon Fitness, is also responsible for creating popular ProForm treadmills.  If you […]

How to Erase the Guilt After You Indulge in Your Favorite Holiday Coffee Drinks There is nothing quite as satisfying as a hot frothy drink on a cold winter’s day.  It’s the perfect pick-me-up when you’re out doing some holiday gift shopping! Coffee companies make the most of this time of year by not only […]

Find Out How Much Candy You Can Eat After Every Run! The leaves are bursting into color and there is a cool ‘nip’ in the air.  It is the month for spooky movies, outrageous costume parties, and candy galore.  Halloween season is upon us!

Sometimes, if you want to get the most out of your treadmill workout, you need to be creative.  Running at a set speed for mile after mile and day after day is only going to get you so far.  Instead, try to mix things up and use these 10 tips to give your treadmill workout […]

How to Do Mental Training, Prep for the Big Day, and Some Practical Tips for First Time Runners By TRR Team Member Rachael K. Are you thinking about running a half marathon?  Are you unsure what to expect?  Here is Part 2 of one woman’s first time experience.  If you missed it, check out Part […]

How to Find Your Inspiration, Make a Training Plan, and Deal with Training Challenges By TRR Team Member Rachael K. Running a new race distance is a big deal regardless of the length.  It takes careful planning, mental toughness, and determination.  Sometimes it helps to hear about the experiences of others when you’re making the […]

Create the Perfect Playlist and Improve Your Performance by 15% Music is good for your soul, but it’s also good for your body.  It makes us move! To illustrate music’s amazing ability to stimulate movement, imagine a Parkinson’s patient who can only shuffle along with the help of a walker.  Now imagine him setting that walker […]

7 Ways to Use Active Recovery in Your Home Every serious athlete knows that it’s important to take rest days when you’re training for a big race.  These recovery days let your mind and body recuperate, heal, and recharge before your next hard session. There are two main types of recovery.  ‘Passive’ recovery is when […]

How to Find the Right Shoes & Recognize Common Foot Ailments Painful feet are impossible to ignore when you’re working out on a treadmill.  With each step, your feet strike the ground with a force equal to 3-5 times your body weight.  That means a 150 lb person will experience 450-750 lbs of force per […]